# Sudoku Scanner and Solver vs Code Busters

The clearest difference is rating: Sudoku Scanner and Solver at 5.0 against Code Busters's 4.6. Code Busters's advantage is ratings volume (9.6K vs 1) and chart position (#16 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sudoku Scanner and Solver sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Code Busters sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Sudoku Scanner and Solver holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Code Busters has 9.6K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sudoku Scanner and Solver ships an update fortnightly, Code Busters every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sudoku Scanner and Solver | Code Busters |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-scanner-and-solver/id6477549752/reviews)** | [4.6 (9.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **9.6K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 14.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#16** |
| Size | 78 MB | 212 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Havnør](https://appshunter.io/developer/630262552) | [Smartronic](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743139022) |

## What reviewers say

### Sudoku Scanner and Solver

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sudoku-scanner-and-solver/id6477549752)

Instantly scan and solve Sudoku puzzles from physical sources like newspapers and magazines using your device's camera. Import puzzles from your gallery, enter numbers, add notes, and get hints. An optional Pro upgrade allows viewing solutions in real-time through the camera.

**Highlights:** Scan Sudoku from paper, Import puzzles from gallery, Real-time solving on device, Enter numbers and notes, Get hints and help, View solution via camera (Pro)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Quarterly | $4.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly | $14.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Sudoku Scanner Pro | $39.99 | one-time |


### Code Busters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/code-busters-word-puzzle-game/id6499306754)

**Currently charting:** #16 Top Grossing · Word, #55 Top Free · Word, #151 Top Grossing · Puzzle (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a variety of puzzles including cryptograms, anagrams, crosswords, and Sudoku. This game offers over 500 levels and 10,000 quotes for an enriching intellectual adventure.

**Highlights:** Cryptogram puzzles, Anagrams, Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, Over 500 levels, Famous quotes, Code deciphering

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 10 Hints Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand Mascot Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 100 Coins1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 20 Hints Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| 50 Hints Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Beginners Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Discounted Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 5 Magic Wand | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 500 Coins | $6.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Bundle1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Coins | $12.99 | one-time |
| Choose One All In One Bundle | $13.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Bundle | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun to play
- 👍 Joyfully entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't load
- 🐛 Crashes during tutorial
- 🐛 Force closes after update
- 🐛 Incredibly slow
- 🔍 Text too small

**Reported bugs**

- Freezes before starting
- Unable to play levels
- Daily challenge calendar incorrect

**Requested features**

- Improve gameplay mechanics
- Enlarge keyboard letters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sudoku Scanner and Solver free?

Sudoku Scanner and Solver is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Code Busters free?

Code Busters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sudoku Scanner and Solver or Code Busters?

Sudoku Scanner and Solver is rated higher. Sudoku Scanner and Solver averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Code Busters averages 4.6 from 9.6K ratings.

### Do Sudoku Scanner and Solver or Code Busters have ads?

Both Sudoku Scanner and Solver and Code Busters show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sudoku Scanner and Solver or Code Busters?

Sudoku Scanner and Solver ships an update fortnightly, and Code Busters every 3 weeks. Most recently, Sudoku Scanner and Solver was updated on October 5, 2026 and Code Busters on October 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*